webber-george This film is just amazing. Fantastic. I can't praise it highly enough. Emmanuel Luzbeki kudos why oh why didn't you get an Oscar for your cinematography? The scripting, the acting quality perfect deliverance and execution. Is this an example of how the Academy awards films based on their gross at the box office and not their quality of workmanship. This film is one of my particular favourites, damn sure it was one of the best films of the mid 90's. (Braveheart took the Oscar for this year), I am not going to deny the fact this film makes me well up every time I watch it. Its a tender heartfelt story free from any clichés. There are not so many films that really touch my heart like this one. Go Watch It NOW!

thrwmbsbgkdoepmcjrmrdw It's a good film, but different from the book. It's been a while since I've read the book, or until today seen the movie. It's well acted for the most part. I thought the father didn't do that great of a job. But other than him well acted, we directed, well put together. I do have a question though. How is it possible to regain your memory in two seconds like the father did? That part I don't get. I liked how dark they made the head mistress staying true to the character of her. And I love that they made her a sweeper at the end. Good punishment. The sister was probably my favorite with her love affair with the milkman. Very charming and cute. I really enjoyed the movie and would recommend it to anyone.

Martin Teller I haven't read the book, but I have read outraged IMDb comments from fans of it. Some of the comments seem delusional, but there are some that sound like legitimate gripes. Certainly the ending is far too easy... not for children perhaps, but for me it felt cheap. And the pathology of the wicked headmistress is only hinted at, but never explored and as a result she just comes off like a one-dimensional evil bitch. But there's a lot of delight to be had in the movie. As with PRISONER OF AZKABAN, Cuaron demonstrates a masterful sense of style and ability to craft a tale that's enjoyable for the kids and also engaging for the grown-ups. The set design and color palette is gorgeous, and young Liesel Matthews is endearing in the lead. I also enjoyed the Indian flights of fancy and the general spirit of the thing. Despite some missteps, a charming little picture.

byakuganangel-sting This movie is perfect. One thing I noticed with those fun-sponges who hated this movie, is that they are all (I mean it, all of them) comparing it to the book.Forget about the book. I actually thought this movie was better, I who have read the book approximately 50 times, so this is a high compliment. Perhaps Alfonso Cuaron should have written the book, rather than Frances Hodgson Burnett.I can't remember when I first saw this film, but I suspect I was about 2 or 3 years old. As a child, I adored it. As an adult, I appreciate it even more. What you all need to remember is that there is a demographic for this kind of film. I suggest girls about 7 to 12 years old, but adults can also appreciate it, if this is their sort of thing. Also, you have to be prepared to cry.I can understand why someone wouldn't like the movie, but I what I can't understand is why they would give it a bad review. For example, I didn't like 'Black Swan', but I acknowledged it was a good movie. Alright, now my ranting is out of the way.It is beautifully filmed. Cuaron uses colour to show the juxtaposition of Sara's India with dreary and depressing New York perfectly, and the music is wonderful. Anyone who accuses Liesel Matthews of being a bad actress needs to watch the scene in the attic, just after she realises her father has died. She draws a circle around herself with chalk, mirroring the scene at the beginning where Prince Rama draws a circle around his wife to protect her. I never cry so much than when I watch this scene.Although the themes of the movie differ from the book, as I said earlier, I think these themes are better. For one, the theme of the book is that a girl is a Princess when they behave, when they are good and virtuous as Sara is. I find that a bit lectury. It's like the Santa Claus myth, trying to bribe/blackmail children into being good, but the theme of the movie, which is that all girls, even horrible ones, are Princesses is lovely. It is forgiveness before the wrong has been committed.I watch 'A Little Princess' every time I'm sick. You'd be surprised how effective it is. I suppose I cry the sickness out of me. Also, if you find the ending not too corny for your tastes, remember that this is a movie for children. Children want happy endings.